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Mike's Auto Care
2717 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
517-372-2779
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Vehicle tips
- According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
- The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
- Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
- Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
- Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
- A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
- Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
- Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
- Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
- Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
- Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
- Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
- Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
- Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
- Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
- Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
- Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
- Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
- Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
- Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.
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Testimonials
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Mike is an honest mechanic who does excellent work! His prices are great too. I send all my cars to him.
-Bill K. -
Best place in town very friendly and repair was done in same day great place.
-Sarah Kim S. -
Mike always does a great job fixing all of my cars.
-Bill -
Fast and the price was well below what I planned on paying. Got me in and out same day. I found my go to auto repair place.
-Leah C. -
Mike is honest, kind and a super great mechanic! Been going here for years, super thrilled.
-Becky B. -
I love the service & Mike is an honorable guy, I even referred my mom! She loves them too!!
-Angie C. -
I have always gotten excellent service at Mikes Auto Care. Mike is so knowledgeable and is very honest and fair. I have been using Mikes Auto Care since they opened and had followed Mike from shop to shop before he opened his own business. I wouldn't trust my car to anyone else!
-Elizabeth B. -
Got a same day appointment today. They addressed each issue I wanted looked at, and Mike gave me a call with an estimate (consistent with a quote 8 months prior) before they did any of the repairs. He gave me a good opinion to hold off on a fix and the car was done by late afternoon. I will be bringing my Galant in within a few months!
-Scott Z. -
We have followed Mike from different service centers till he started his own company and still continue to see and trust him most of all. Even though we now live 30-40 minutes away, we still bring our vehicles back to him when we know they need solid service and we need trusted advice about what work needs to be done. Thanks Mike for being such an honest mechanic and businessman!
-Tabitha C. -
Thank you... Always great care and service at Mike's Auto
-Betty B. -
As always service exceeds expectations!! I always recommend to my friends and family!
-Jessica W. -
I trust this mechanic and I will take my car there from now on. He does a great job explaining what your options are and is not likely to recommend repair you don't need.
-Eric Z.
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Mike's Auto Care
2717 W Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
517-372-2779
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